Investigation under way into police contact with woman who died in Plymouth

Key findings

• The woman became unwell in a custody cell.
• CPR was administered by custody staff and healthcare practitioner.
• She was taken to hospital where she died the following day.
• The coroner has been informed and a post-mortem was conducted.
• A cause of death was not identified during the post-mortem.
• A toxicology report is awaited for further investigation.
• The IOPC is gathering evidence and statements from officers.
• The investigation will assess the level of care provided during detention.

Outcome

The investigation is ongoing as the IOPC seeks answers regarding the circumstances of the woman's death.